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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1922
Page
1
A fast train struck a car near Vincennes, killing four people and injuring a three year old. The young driver, taken to a hospital, survived with injuries. The crash scene and exact cause were under investigation.
Four people were killed and one seriously injured when a Danville party van was struck by Chicago & Eastern Ulinvis passenger train No 13 at Busseron crossing ten miles south of Winslow Indiana. The victims include Alvin Hardin and Fannie Hardin and Leslie English family members. A 18 year old Bernard Hardlin driver survived serious injuries.
A chaotic and muddled report details claims and counterclaims around a Ward confession, a shooting at a New York reservoir area, and a police search. It notes Ward’s release on bond, investigators’ statements, and uncertainties surrounding the raid on the home.
Auburn Ind May 1 Morr defeated by 10 votes in Democratic primary for county recorder. A county recount ordered by Judge Dan M Link shows Morr now ahead by 82 votes after miscounted 19 ballots favoring Platt were corrected. Platt concedes nomination after official tally Morr 1021 Platt 968.
Mary Pickford’s divorce from Owen Moore faced a high court challenge in Nevada. The state Attorney General appealed a previous decree, arguing fraud and collusion and lack of Nevada jurisdiction. The Nevada Supreme Court upheld the divorce while denying the appeal, noting the decree was valid.
INDIANAPOLIS May 1 John W Eggeman who resigned as Judge of the Allen circuit to join the war effort spoke to the remnant of the Democratic state convention urging adoption of a liberal plank. He urged a broader program and personal courage to back the platform and predicted public support for the proposed plank.
War fraud inquiry opens in Washington with officials examining wartime procurement and military contracts. The investigation centers on possible misused funds and improper bidding processes, aiming to uncover individuals or firms implicated in illicit activity.
At nine o'clock tonight nine persons are dead and nineteen wounded in a Belfast riot following a fire and clash earlier in the day. Fire and military units and gunmen used machine guns revolvers and rifles as disorder spread toward Royal Avenue, the city’s main thoroughfare.
Preparations began for the Allen County Huntertown Fair to be held September 12 to 16. Dr. Harry G. Erwin, secretary of the fair association, aims to attract more entries with larger prizes including cash awards matching last year. Banks of Fort Wayne offer prizes to four boys pig clubs, one boys corn club, and one boys rotato club, with winners and expenses paid for the Chicago International Tulve Stock show.
A North Carolina graduate named Hawk A Siydooe was killed while diving at Langley Field during a photo session. The event occurred as a tying over mishap led to a fatal fall into the water. Identification of the deceased was delayed by wartime secrecy.
Secretary Hoover announced a set of maximum coal prices after agreements with regional committees. In Alabama fields prices were capped at 26 cents below Garfield scale, with a maximum of 2200 tons to 8000 dollars per ton. Kentucky and Virginia districts saw caps around 3600 ton, production cuts noted. Hoover stressed the price is a maximum and contracts remain below these levels, with costs down in other districts and operators absorbing selling expenses at new rates.
Chicago May 2 A desperate effort to block the marriage of Mathilde Metzormick to Max Cisxer is under way. The 17 year old daughter of Herbert F. McCormick, head of International Harvester, faces a restraining order to halt the union amid claims of manipulation by her mother.
In London on May 2, Prime Minister Lloyd George defended Britain's stance on reparations. He argued the United States, not party to the treaty, favored balance. Germany should accept terms to preserve world trade. He warned Britain would stand with France and Britain if Germany blocks the commission’s proposals.
The Newberry case in Michigan and Pennsylvania expenditures are discussed as Harrison’s campaign costs. Offord Pinchot’s disclosed total of 177000 is noted with a $117000 figure, highlighting debate over campaign finance. The article compares public spending by Republicans and progressives, citing Senator Beveridge and New York figures.
William Donovan of Bloomington Indiana was executed at Indiana State Prison at 12 08 am for murdering his wife who held their 7 year old child. He had been married twice. Donovan shot her at their Bloomington home.
A House bonus bill faces final Senate action after approval by a 9 to 6 committee vote. Proponents urge quick passage to set October through January 1, 1923 timelines, with changes including retreating reclamation limits and entry eligibility for settlers under amended terms.
Schwerin, president of the Winter Rally company, denounces New York attorneys and vows to resist efforts by Arthur Garfield Hays and others representing the United Mine Workers. He claims the Peace Justice in Vintondale is not a coal company employee and defends his actions against alleged trespass and attempts to prosecute, signaling plans to appeal to the supreme court.
A garbled note from Nashville mentions Sergeant Alvin York and a possible land or title issue tied to a celebration in May. The fragment cites local people and a parade context, suggesting public attention but lacks clear names or dates.
A home rule organization presses for sweeping reforms while Indiana Democrats place state proposals first as the party prepares to open its convention. Former governor holds significant influence at the confab as delegates weigh policy directions.
At Indianapolis May 31 the Indiana Democrats convened to adopt a platform and nominate a state ticket amid a peak of activity by home rule advocates led by W W Spoticer and Charles S Batt. The group demands abolition of the public service commission and other state departments, pushing for broader state governance reforms.
A May survey reports 49 deaths and numerous injuries from accidents. car thefts and bicycle thefts surged, with Ford sedans and Buicks stolen, several recovered, and a total cash loss of 12 400 from stolen vehicles plus 8 600 recovered value. One fatality linked to a May 9 collision on Berry and Cullinan streets.
Union leaders outline strategies for a coordinated vote and possible work actions. The draft plan emphasizes unity among members and timeline steps, aiming to mobilize the labor force across multiple rail lines and regions.
A United meeting of railway brotherhoods is planned with about 2,000 workers expected to attend. Edward W. Fitzgerald, president of the Brotherhood of Railway Clerks, Freight Handlers, Station and Foreword, says the gathering aims to discuss wage reductions and labor welfare. Cincinnati is the likely host city with other union leaders contributing to the conference.
A Philippine style copy error aside, Peru and Chile discussed sovereignty over Pacnu Arien with Chilean representatives signaling no firm acceptance yet leaving room for further diplomacy. The Washington based conference reports indicate both sides aim for a settlement but no final accord is reached.
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